Venice unmasked: Canaletto and the portrait of a city
Join a focused talk at the National Gallery exploring Canaletto’s view of Venice and how the city is portrayed in 18th-century painting. The session features expert-led conversations from curators and historians, revealing hidden details of cityscapes, light, and civic life in this celebrated exhibition.
Trafalgar Sinfonia: Music from the Movies by Candlelight
Trafalgar Sinfonia performs beloved film scores in a candlelit setting at St Martin-in-the-Fields. An intimate London concert that pairs cinematic music with orchestral elegance in a historic central venue.
Tao of Glass
Tao of Glass at Soho Place in London weaves life, loss and a single guiding question into a contemplative theater experience—where luminous glass, sound and movement invite you to find your own spark of inspiration.
Titanic Exhibition London
Titanic Exhibition London at Olympia London offers a rich, immersive journey through the famed voyage. View meticulously curated artifacts, reconstructed scenes, and interactive displays that bring maritime history to life for adults and families alike in an iconic West London venue.
Bookbinding weekend: notebooks and folders
Learn traditional bookbinding techniques over a weekend at City Lit. Create notebooks, a simple multi-section sewn book, and a folded slipcase with guided demonstrations and hands-on practice in a welcoming indoor workshop.
The Searchers
Screening of The Searchers (1956), John Ford’s iconic Western starring John Wayne as Ethan Edwards, who treks across the Texas frontier to rescue his kidnapped kin. A landmark cinema experience at Prince Charles Cinema, celebrated for its widescreen vistas and moral complexity.
Baroque Classics by Candlelight
Experience Baroque classics performed by candlelight in the iconic St Martin-in-the-Fields. An elegant, intimate concert in a historic church, showcasing Baroque repertoire in warm, atmospheric surroundings.
The Human Condition - Part 2 - Road to Eternity
Screening of Masaki Kobayashi's The Human Condition Part 2: Road to Eternity (1959). The film follows Kaji as he is conscripted into the Japanese army and guides his men through brutal WWII battles, testing duty against humanity in Kobayashi's epic wartime meditation.
Portrait of a City: A Century of American Photography
Step into a century of American urban life through iconic photographs at Dulwich Picture Gallery. Portrait of a City traces how photographers captured people and spaces that built modern cities, offering a vivid, immersive view of American urban life.
Life drawing summer school
Life drawing summer school at MATERIAL Gallery in London invites everyone to explore gesture and form, with guided exercises, relaxed critique and artist-led sessions in a bright, brick-walled space.
LGBTQ+ Improv Workshop
A drop-in LGBTQ+ improv workshop at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre for adults of any experience level. No experience necessary; learn collaboration, spontaneous speaking, and creative storytelling in a welcoming, supportive space.
Try it out: bookbinding
Hands-on introduction to bookbinding at City Lit. Learn materials, tools, and basic stitching as you create a handmade book to take home. Perfect for beginners curious about book arts.
The Human Condition - Part 3 - A Soldier's Prayer
Screening of Masaki Kobayashi’s epic The Human Condition: Part 3, A Soldier’s Prayer. This 1961 wartime drama follows Kaji as he leads fellow soldiers behind enemy lines in Manchuria, wrestling with humanity, duty, and survival.
Belmont Ensemble: Bach, Handel and Vivaldi by Candlelight
The Belmont Ensemble performs Bach, Handel and Vivaldi by candlelight at St Martin-in-the-Fields, London. A refined Baroque recital in a candlelit church, showcasing period-appropriate artistry in an iconic venue.
Belmont Ensemble: Music from the Movies by Candlelight
Belmont Ensemble presents a candlelit program of beloved film scores performed by a chamber ensemble at St Martin-in-the-Fields. An intimate, atmosphere-filled evening blending classic movie music with refined, live orchestral performance in a historic venue.
Mozart, Handel and Bach by Candlelight
A candlelit evening of Baroque masterworks by Mozart, Handel and Bach performed at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London. The intimate church setting and refined program promise an elegant, immersive classical experience.
Hurvin Anderson
Experience Hurvin Anderson's intensely colourful paintings at Tate Britain. This exhibition surveys his vibrant explorations of memory and identity, blending bold palettes with nuanced landscapes in a striking gallery setting.
Fairy Tales
Discover a magical family-friendly interactive exhibition at the British Library as you journey through fairy tales, enchanted lands and iconic characters. Featuring theatre costumes and immersive displays, this hands-on experience invites kids and parents to explore timeless tales together.
Paulo Nimer Pjota: Encantados
Free contemporary art exhibition Encantados by Paulo Nimer Pjota at South London Gallery. The indoor show features immersive installations and sculptural works blending magical realism with contemporary practice, opening Aug 23, 2026.
Shez Raja feat. Guthrie Govan live at The Jazz Cafe
Shez Raja feat. Guthrie Govan live at The Jazz Cafe in London promises blistering guitar wizardry and smoky, soulful jazz fusion, with intimate vibes and a crowd hanging on every soaring lick.
Tracey Emin: A Second Life
Explore Tracey Emin's intimate, confessional universe in a wide-ranging exhibition at Tate Modern. Tracey Emin: A Second Life surveys provocative installations and text works, inviting reflection on memory, vulnerability, and identity in a landmark London show.
Cleopatra: The Experience
An immersive Cleopatra experience at ExCeL London that transports visitors to ancient Egypt with interactive displays, atmospheric rooms, and storyteller-led scenes. A cinematic, photo-friendly exhibit celebrating Cleopatra's history and allure.
Care Show London
Care Show London at ExCeL gathers care providers, suppliers, and professionals for the latest products, services, and solutions shaping health and social care. The industry-focused event features a diverse exhibitor floor, expert seminars, and case studies across elder care, disability support, and community care environments.
Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo
Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo at ExCeL London on 31 Aug 2026 uncovers the latest in retail logistics, warehousing tech, and supply-chain strategies. Industry-focused expo with exhibitors, live demos, and expert talks offering hands-on insights for professionals.
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